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For many years, Sierra Leone and Liberia have been too dangerous to travel through. With their wars officially over, Tim Butcher sets out on a journey across both countries, trekking for 350 miles through remote rainforest and malarial swamps, pursuing a trail blazed by Graham Greene in 1935. Weaving history and anthropology with personal narrative - as well as new discoveries about Greene - it is as exciting as it is enlightening.

An old fuel-guzzling car with a reconditioned engine, an open African road, a passport, a moody teenager and a weak bladder - what more do you need to undertake a road trip of a lifetime? Join Cindy Vine and her teenage daughter on their drive from Kilimanjaro in Tanzania to Table Mountain in South Africa and back again. 21 Days of driving, a total of 11 980km, six countries, umpteen bad toilets, one arrest. Whether you are an armchair traveller, or planning on doing this route yourself, or simply just want to be entertained, then The Great Mountain to Mountain Safari is the book for you.

Step into the heart of the African wilderness where laughter echoes through the tall grass, friendships bloom under starlit skies, and the jungle becomes a school of life. S’More Happiness is a captivating, emotionally rich, and delightfully humorous adventure that follows a group of Indian campers who land in the majestic savannas of Kenya seeking more than just a safari—they’re on a journey toward joy, healing, and unforgettable memories. From cheeky pranks and moody teens to soul-searching hikes and heartwarming lion cub encounters, every chapter reveals a new shade of happiness. ...

From his early childhood days in St. Ives, Eric had always known he was destined for a life at sea, and he has already told the story of his Merchant Navy cadet training on HMS Worcester in his book Yes, Dad I Want to Go to Sea! After his training with HMS Worcester, Eric worked as an apprentice with the Ellerman and Bucknall Steamship Company, where he gained his Chief Officer’s Certificate. Following this he joined the Palm Line as a Second Officer. Here he remembers his five years with the Palm Line from 1960 to 1965. During this time he served in fourteen of the company’s ships, ...

Mike Nunan, former maths teacher, bank manager, athletics administrator and Green Number Comrades runner (11 runs completed), has spent the past 20 years of his life managing game lodges throughout Southern Africa - as far afield as Tanzania and Botswana.He grew up in the frontier bush environment of Northern Botswana, which instilled in him a deep love and respect for nature, wildlife and conservation.He has combined his skills as a keen observer, both of his natural surroundings and his fellow man, and as a fireside raconteur of note to produce this wonderful collection of reflections, ...

Anfang 2020 strandete sie dank der weltweiten Pandemie in Marokko - und fand dort eine neue Heimat. Ihre Faszination für den afrikanischen Kontinent ließ sie innerhalb von 12 Jahren 25 afrikanische Länder bereisen.

Nach einer schicksalhaften Reise nach Westafrika trifft Katrin Rohde eine radikale Entscheidung: Sie verkauft all ihren Besitz in Deutschland und wandert nach Burkina Faso aus. In der Hauptstadt Ouagadougou beginnt sie, sich den Straßenkindern zu widmen – Jungen, die inmitten von Armut, Drogen und Gewalt ums Überleben kämpfen.

“It held my interest from cover to cover.” – Qat Wanders, editor and bestselling author. Poignant and wry, Standing Out is a profoundly honest story that explores the nature of belonging and finding one's place in the world. Angela had a confusing childhood. Born in New York City to Chinese parents, at the age of three, the family relocated to Kenya in East Africa for her father’s UN job. At school, she lost friends every year to diplomatic transfer. And Dad required her to blend in while traveling with her parents on home leave to China every two years. The loss of a brother when ...

What do you do when a bucket list goal turns into one long week that changes you forever? Bethany and Vince are a dating couple who decide to climb Mt Kilimanjaro together. They had no idea how this treacherous journey would challenge them as a couple and individually. They lost a climber at the summit and a piece of them still remains on that mountaintop. The seven days they spent on the side of a mountain forging relationships with the strangers they met in their group changed them forever. They saw tragedy, experienced tears and devastation, and the reward of accomplishment. This story ...

“An amazing real life perspective on African safari that has been delightfully shared. Funny and witty. Footsteps well worth following.” –Philip Coetzee, South Africa, Advanced Nature Guide, author of Birds for Beginners. Four friends, all big-city dwellers, embark on their first African safari. An internationally published travel writer and her husband, an award-winning travel photographer, are joined by their life-long friends on a journey to South Africa and Zimbabwe. Previously, their exploration of over 60 countries took them to big cities, architectural masterpieces, and world-...

I had found truth in Thailand, discovered another wall inside me and freed another part of my soul. There were things to be done, journeys to be taken, strangers to meet, mistakes and regrets to put right and only some of them were mine. But my mistakes alone were enough to change everything. I had started in Spain, this Camino de la Luna, though it started long before and will not end until I die, but where next?

Als gebürtiger Jude und promovierter Philosoph aus Wien war Friedell vieles: Essayist, Schriftsteller, Dramatiker, Theaterkritiker, Schauspieler, Kulturphilosoph und Kabarettist – seine universelle Karriere endete am 16. März 1938 mit seinem Freitod beim Einmarsch der Nationalsozialisten in Österreich. Geblieben ist neben Friedells berühmt gewordener Kulturgeschichte der Neuzeit auch die weniger bekannte Kulturgeschichte Ägyptens und des Alten Orients.

In this audiobook, you will discover advice that will help you throughout your stay. This audiobook will not tell you exact addresses or store hours but instead will give you excitement and knowledge from a local that you may not find in other smaller print travel books. Travel like a local. Slow down, stay in one place, and get to know the people and the culture. By the time you finish this audiobook, you will be eager and prepared to travel to your next destination.

Dans ces quatre contes, qui ont pour cadre l'Afrique équatoriale, l'auteur choisit de mettre en scène des animaux. En fin observateur, il décrit avec précision leur nature et leurs comportements, à la manière d'un La Fontaine, pour en tirer des leçons morales pour la gent humaine. L'homme y est présent sous deux formes et deux appellations : ses collègues administrateurs « blancs de peau » et leurs administrés, " noirs de peau ".

In 'African Mosaic: Deep Dives into the Continent's Unique Tapestry,' journey across the vast and diverse landscapes of Africa, from its sun-kissed deserts to its lush rainforests, from its ancient pyramids to its modern cities. This audiobook is a celebration of the rich tapestry of cultures, histories, geographies, and wonders that define each African nation. Explore captivating facts, delve into historical roots, and immerse yourself in the natural marvels that make each country uniquely remarkable.

Greater Than a Tourist—Wadi Rum, Jordan by Um A'yube offers the inside scope on Wadi Rum. Most travel books tell you how to travel like a tourist. Although there's nothing wrong with that, as a part of the Greater than a Tourist series this book will give you tips and a bunch of ideas from someone who lives at your next travel destination.

Dive "Into the Wilderness," an exploration of nature through the perspective of Artificial Intelligence. This absorbing eBook takes the reader on an adventure, intertwining the beauty of the Serengeti with the revolutionary world of AI. A truly extraordinary fusion of biology and technological prowess gives new dimensions to wildlife observation. The exciting journey starts with introductory insights into the Serenetti and AI's role in the pioneering journey and then delves deep into the world of Artificial Intelligence. Get engrossed as you accompany AI through its first encounters with ...

Prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey with 'Unveiling the Treasures' - a vivid exploration of Central Africa like never before. This compelling eBook delivers a unique blend of mystery, culture, and history that leaves no stone unturned. Dive into Chapter 1 and set sail on an intricate introduction to Central Africa. Ignite your imagination with the dance of diverse cultures hammering in the heart of African societies in Chapter 2. Venture beneath Congo's canopy and unravel the mysteries of the rainforest in Chapter 3, while the world's longest freshwater lake unfurls its beauty in ...

Mark Twain begibt sich auf Weltreise und uns wird das Vergnügen gewährt, mitkommen zu dürfen. Die letzte Folge beleuchtet Südafrika noch etwas genauer. Wir lernen die Ethnie der falschen Natives der Buren kennen, Nachfahren niederländischer und französischer Protestanten, die sich für die wichtigsten Bewohner Südafrikas halten und erfahren Wissenswertes über den Halbgott "Cecile Rhodes", der eine Monopolstellung im südafrikanischen Diamantenhandel einnahm und lediglich Rothschild und einem niederländischen Handels-Clan einige Beteiligungs-Prozente gewährte.

Eat Like a Local: Johannesburg by Melinda Copeland offers the inside scoop on food in Johannesburg, South Africa. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist. Although there is nothing wrong with that, as part of the Eat Like a Local series, this book will give you a food guide from someone who has lived at your next culinary destination.